Boston, MA – First Eleven, a premier college planning and advisory service for high school soccer student-athletes, is thrilled to announce the addition of Junior Desrosiers to its team. Junior joins First Eleven with a wealth of experience in higher education, business strategy, and financial management, currently serving as the Strategic Initiatives Manager at MIT’s Learning and Development Lab.
As a former soccer student-athlete at Boston College, Junior was recognized as a Big East National Spokesperson, advocating for the integration of higher education and athletics to foster well-rounded development. His academic journey includes a master’s degree in Higher Education, focused on student development and career placement, which underscores his passion for helping individuals achieve both personal and professional growth.
Throughout his career, Junior has cultivated a broad expertise spanning marketing and business development, hedge fund management, guiding professional athletes in strategic investments, and commercial banking. In his current role at MIT, Junior leads innovative learning and development initiatives, empowering students and professionals alike to maximize their potential.
“We’re excited to welcome Junior to the First Eleven family,” said Aaron Bernardez, Director at First Eleven. “His dedication to supporting talent development and his commitment to lifelong learning align perfectly with our mission of preparing student-athletes for success both on and off the field. Junior’s insights will be invaluable as we continue to expand our programs and provide top-tier support to our student-athletes.”
At First Eleven, Junior will leverage his background in strategic planning and education to support student-athletes as they navigate the college admissions process, helping them excel academically and athletically. His expertise in financial strategy and career development will further strengthen First Eleven’s offerings, ensuring student-athletes are equipped with the tools they need to succeed in college and beyond.
Junior Desrosiers is a dedicated strategist and advocate for lifelong learning, and his addition to the First Eleven team marks an exciting new chapter in the organization’s journey to support student-athletes on their path to success.
About First Eleven
First Eleven is a bespoke college advisory service specializing in college planning, preparation, and placement for high school soccer student-athletes. Our team is dedicated to helping student-athletes achieve their college aspirations by providing personalized guidance, training, and support to reach their fullest potential both academically and athletically.
For media inquiries, please contact:
Aaron Bernardez
First Eleven College Advisory
Info@firsteleven.org
